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John L. Sullivan

Acting
Updated: Apr 13, 2026
38Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Nov 25, 1946
Birth Place: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

About John L. Sullivan

John L. Sullivan (born Thomas Sullivan) was an American professional wrestler and manager, better known by his ring name, Johnny Valiant. He competed in The World Wide Wrestling Federation (WWWF), which became the World Wrestling Federation during his time with the promotion. He won the WWE World Tag Team Championship two times. The first run (which lasted over a year) was with his first and most famous storyline brother Jimmy Valiant over Tony Garea and Dean Ho on May 8, 1974; his second title run was with his second storyline brother Jerry Valiant over Tony Garea and Larry Zbyszko on March 6, 1979.

John L. Sullivan Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of John L. Sullivan reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 38 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of John L. Sullivan's work falls within the Action genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 21% of John L. Sullivan's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best John L. Sullivan Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from John L. Sullivan's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie John L. Sullivan has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2008 The Wrestler The Legend Johnny Valiant Super Hit Similar →
2006 WWE: Hulk Hogan: The Ultimate Anthology Johnny V Super Hit Similar →
2005 The Absolute Truth About Pro Wrestling Johnny Valiant Flop Similar →
2005 Luscious Johnny: The Wrestler Johnny Valiant Flop Similar →
2003 Three Long Years Jude's Father Flop Similar →
1988 Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake Johnny V Flop Similar →
1987 Wrestling's Most Embarrassing Moments Luscious Johnny V Super Hit Similar →
1987 The Best of the WWF: volume 14 "Lucious" Johnny V Flop Similar →
1987 The Best of the WWF: volume 13 "Luscious" Johnny V Flop Similar →
1987 The Ken Patera Story "Luscious" Johnny V Flop Similar →
1987 WWE Houston Wrestling: The Paul Boesch Retirement Show "Lucious" Johnny V Flop Similar →
1987 Jake "The Snake" Roberts "Luscious" Johnny V Flop Similar →
1987 The Best of the WWF: volume 12 "Lucious" Johnny V Flop Similar →
1987 WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: June '87 "Luscious" Jonny V Flop Similar →
1987 WWF Hulkamania 2 Johnny Valiant Flop Similar →
1987 WWE WrestleMania III "Luscious" Johnny V (Manager) Hit Similar →
1987 WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: March '87 "Luscious" Johnny Valiant (Manager) Flop Similar →
1987 The Best of the WWF: volume 10 Johnny V (Manager) Flop Similar →
1987 The WWF's Even More Unusual Matches "Luscious" Johnny V - Host Flop Similar →
1987 WWE Maple Leaf Wrestling: January '87 "Luscious" Johnny Valiant Flop Similar →
1987 WWE Wrestling at The Meadowlands: January '87 "Luscious" Johnny V (Manager) Flop Similar →
1986 The British Bulldogs Johnny V Flop Similar →
1986 The Best of the WWF: volume 9 Johnny V Flop Similar →
1986 The Best of the WWF: volume 7 Johnny V (Manager) Flop Similar →
1986 Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat Johnny V (Manager) Super Hit Similar →
1986 Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat "Luscious" Johnny V Super Hit Similar →
1986 The Best of the WWF: volume 6 "Lucious" Johnny Valiant Flop Similar →
1986 WrestleMania II "Luscious" Johnny V (Manager) Average Similar →
1986 Tag Team Champions Johnny Valiant Flop Similar →
1986 The Best of the WWF: volume 5 Johnny V (Manager) Flop Similar →
1985 The WWF's Amazing Managers "Luscious" Johnny V Flop Similar →
1985 WrestleMania "Luscious" Johnny V Hit Similar →
1985 Wrestling's Bloopers, Bleeps, & Bodyslams "Luscious" Johnny V Super Hit Similar →
1985 The Hulkster Hulk Hogan Johnny V (Manager) Flop Similar →
1985 Best of the WWF Volume 3 Johnny V (Manager) Flop Similar →
1985 Wrestling's Biggest, Smallest, Strangest, Strongest! Johnny Valiant Flop Similar →
1984 WWE Wrestling at The Meadowlands: December '84 "Luscious" Johnny V Flop Similar →
1978 The Super Bowl of Wrestling Johnny Valiant Flop Similar →

John L. Sullivan - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of John L. Sullivan?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring John L. Sullivan is "Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has John L. Sullivan acted in?

John L. Sullivan has been featured in at least 38 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by John L. Sullivan?

Other notable films include "Wrestling's Bloopers, Bleeps, & Bodyslams", "Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat", and "Wrestling's Most Embarrassing Moments".

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